Termination of employment can present significant challenges and stress for both the employer and the employee. Regardless of your role in the process, it’s essential to understand your rights and obligations when it comes to ending an employment relationship. The duty of honesty in contractual performance, including employment contracts, was …
From Leaks to Legal Fees: How Basement Water Issues Can Drown You in Trouble
Water intrusion in a basement is a common issue that affects thousands of properties across Ontario. If not detected in a timely manner, it can cause significant property damage and lead to costly legal disputes. Specifically, during spring, properties experience an increase in occurrences of basement water infiltration. Therefore, it …
A Solid Start: Why a Marriage Contract Should Be on Your Wedding Checklist
There are often negative connotations associated with marriage contracts. Many people have the preconceived notion that parties who enter into a marriage contract will ultimately end up divorced. Marriage contracts are often associated with mistrust, greed, and lack of commitment. In reality, they are important tools that provide couples with …
Untangling Finances: Managing Debt After a Common-Law Relationship Ends
When common-law couples separate, they may be surprised to discover there is no legislative formula for dividing or distributing their debt. Creditors are not obliged to release debtors after separation, so it is not uncommon for one spouse, perhaps the one with better credit, to bear the burden of the …
Transparency in Insurance: The Impact and Legal Implications of Non-Disclosure
Navigating the world of insurance can feel like venturing into a maze, but there’s one rule that stands tall amidst the complexity: the duty to disclose. In Ontario, the Insurance Act requires full transparency when applying for insurance. Section 183(1) of the Insurance Act makes it clear that all relevant …